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Police investigating body found in North Seattle woods

Jul 24, 2026, 7:00 AM

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(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

The Seattle Police Department (SPD) is investigating a body found in the woods Thursday afternoon.

SPD responded to the Matthews Beach neighborhood near 35th N.E. just after 3 p.m.



Police told KIRO 7 that the King County Medical Examiner (KCME) has been called to the scene to determine any signs of trauma. SPD said because of the rate of decomposition, the patrol officer could not tell if there were signs of trauma.

SPD is investigating, and the KCME will identify the person.

This is a developing story, check back for updates

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